Pusch Ridge Christian Academy is a ministry of Catalina Foothills Church
Consistent with the truth that God’s grace and His love through Jesus Christ extend without partiality to all mankind, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs
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As we approach 1000 students across our three campuses, the mission of Pusch Ridge Christian Academy continues to grow. The importance of a classical Christian school that partners with parents to lead students to become like Christ cannot be overestimated We are preparing students to share His Light in a dark world, and the truth of Jesus Christ remains the foundation of everything we do at PRCA We do not attempt to “fit Jesus into” an educational system He is our foundation, He is our curriculum, and He is the lens for how we view ourselves and others.
American historian Mark Noll rightly identifies Jesus as the guiding force of learning:
“The light of Christ illuminates the laboratory, his speech is the fount of communication, he makes possible the study of humans in all their interactions, he is the source of all life, he provides the wherewithal for every achievement of human civilization, he is the telos of all that is beautiful. He is, among his many other titles, the Christ of the academic road.”
“Illumination” is often a resounding cry within all forms of education, but “even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light” (2 Corinthians 11:14) The founders, patrons, administrators, and families of Pusch Ridge Christian Academy recognize the singular truth of God shining forth through His Son, the Light of the World. It is a privilege to stand together in God’s Kingdom work of leading students to know the Truth that sets them free.
It seems paradoxical that Jesus, the Light of the World, told His followers “You are the Light of the World” (Matthew 5:14) We celebrate this glorious mystery at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, that somehow the One that is Faithful and True chooses to shine His Light through us. Although we are blessed with wonderful traditions, great facilities, and three beautiful campuses, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy is a community of people who have been called out of darkness into His marvelous light.
May we continue to do all for Christ and His Kingdom
John Tyler, PRCA Head of Schools
Sharing His Light with Love & Faith
C S Lewis wrote, “I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else ”
As I toured classrooms on Back to School Night, I was reminded of the beauty and rigor of a classical education at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. Each teacher thoughtfully designs every aspect of the curriculum to point our children toward the truth of Scripture, rather than allowing them to be carried along by the shifting tides of modern culture Every day, students at all campuses are given a purposeful invitation to engage in kingdom work by learning more about God's faithfulness, love, dedication, and care for His creation
My hope and prayer for you this year is that your faith and hope will transform the way you see the truth, beauty, and goodness of the good news of Jesus Christ and that this transformation will shape the way you see and do everything else
Thank you for partnering with Pusch Ridge Christian Academy in building up and praying for our community It is a privilege to serve alongside you in this faith-filled and prayerful school and community.
Wesley Mehl, PRCA Board Chair
B L E S S I N G E S S I N G
Servant Leaders eagerly look for opportunities to humbly serve the community, following Christ’s example of "laying down His life" for others. They seek to glorify God as they serve with integrity, letting their "'yes' be yes, and their 'no' be no." In an example of servanthood, Servant Leaders lead others in the same way, demonstrating Paul’s exhortation to "imitate me as I imitate Christ "
The 2024-2025 school year was marked by students & parents, faculty & staff serving each other and the community in tangible ways; simple, daily actions making a larger impact.
do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others - philippians 2 : 3-4
A YEAR OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP
Grammar Campus students organized a drive and donated coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and socks to Imago Dei Middle School and Gospel Rescue Mission
Students and families donated new items and assembled them in boxes to send the love of Christmas to children around the world
Teachers consistently served and challenged students, embodying the PRCA mission
Parents showed support and appreciation for teachers, while the administration and school board lifted the teachers and staff in prayer and offered encouragement.
Students at all campuses served with Feed My Starving Children.
South Campus hosted a Faith and Blue Day, honoring local police, fire departments and members of the military
At each campus, students regularly assisted with cleaning and setting up during the school day, before and after chapel and other events
Students served the community at organizations such as Gospel Rescue Mission, More than a Bed, GAP Ministries, AZ Baptist Ministries, Ronald McDonald House, and Heritage Oaks
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L I O N O N
Leadership across the three Pusch Ridge Christian Academy campuses:
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In kindergarten, students are all about themselves when the year begins. Towards the end of the year, I had two students who started noticing that I took the chairs off the tables each morning. So they would come inside and do it for me without asking. It was a small way to serve, but a big deal for kindergarten students.
-ANDREA
WRIGHT, SOUTH KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Participation in Middle School Leadership class requires students to take on extra responsibility; they restock the vending machine, care for recess equipment, prepare and present student video announcements, and prepare small group, chapel, field day, and Learning Expedition materials, as well as serve at off-campus ministry locations
-BRIAN RAFACZ, MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
In fifth grade, students take on new leadership rolls. They open chapel in prayer, raise the flag for daily pledge, and empty recycling from campus bins weekly. They also help in kindergarten classes, and in chapel by sitting with younger students, as well as set up tables/chairs for special events.
-JOY BERGENDORFF, GRAMMAR 5TH GRADE TEACHER
Teachers are extra involved and willing to work with us, challenging us to work harder
-HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
Portrait of a Graduate Awards, South Campus
Servant Leader, Anneliz Carrasco
Justice Keeper, Aleila Lemus
Courageous Christian, KJ Baeza
Truth Seeker, Mateo Rubio
Virtuous Steward, Landon Baeza
Casas Adobes Rotary Awards, 8th Grade
Kaleb LeBaron
Kevin Curtis
Decker Vaccariello
Paloma Ibarra-Vallejo
Maddie Hime
Middle School Leadership
Aubrey Abrams
Clayton Brchan
Juan David Ciscomani
Brynlee Darby
Mia Forsberg
Abraham Mendivil
Claire Smith
Luke Stahlman
Alvaro Vasquez
Sydney Warren
Abigail Hoyle
Paloma Ibarra-Vallejo
Emmett Malone
Troy Nelson
Karsyn Salgado
Decker Vaccariello
House Leadership, High School
Bonhoeffer House
Emissary: Kylie Chiementi
Steward: Kylie Carlson
Tenant: Noah McKinney
Prefects: Gabe Rascon, Sophie Maccagnano
Chaplain: Aaron Macias
Carmichael House
Emissary: Riley Collins
Steward: Aven Wolstenholme
Tenant: Hannah DeBake
Prefects: Luke Johnson, Grace Gregg
Chaplain: Levi Adcock
Lewis House
Emissary: Amy Gomez
Steward: Karter Lewis
Tenant: Milla Donahue
Prefects: Marcelo Ibarra-Vallejo, Kaden Ingram
Chaplain: Rachel Warren
ten Boom House
Emissary: Peyton Cain
Steward: Cole MacBrayne
Tenant: Thalia O’Hara
Prefects: Victoria Manning, Danica Snyder
Chaplain: Maddie Abrams
Tech Team
Broadcaster/Lead: Logan Smith, Lewis
EEL: Noelle Sunukjian, ten Boom & Natalie Marjonovich, Lewis
Photographer: Jackson Soderholm, Bonhoeffer
Audio Tech: Bryson Neese, Bonhoeffer
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First Grade: Lincoln Gaiser, Christina Trawicki
Second Grade: Olivia Barone, Jameson Knittel
Third Grade: Jayden Hutchinson, Christian Moon
Fourth Grade: Camilla Ruiz, Teak Pinneo
Fifth Grade: Natalia Nees, Shao Ai Eayrs
SOUTH CAMPUS
Mariachi León
Performance at the International Mariachi Conference
ACSI Math Competition
Level 3 Qualifying Students:
3rd Grade Reasoning, Ian Borbon
4th Grade Reasoning, Micah Fairbanks
5th Grade Computation, Stella Dresback
MIDDLE SCHOOL
ACSI Math Olympics
Amea Middle School All-State Band Participants
Round 1 winners: Augie Axen, Madi Bennett, Anne Hedrick, Jack
Johnston, Asandro Otero
Round 2 winner: Asandro Otero
HIGH SCHOOL
Student - of - the -Year Awards
Judah Sears, English
Kayci Moore, Math
Selah Dean, History
Isaac Johnson, Bible
Lauren Potts, Science
Danae Borbon, Languages
Abby Seery, Physical Education
Jackie Rodenbeck, Fine Arts
National Speech & Debate Tournament
Brandon Calhoun
Sammie Franke
Matthew Edmunds
Su’Eun Eayrs
Yi’Le Eayrs
Maddie Polston
All - State Orchestra & Choir
Jackie Rodenbeck
Southeast Regional Choir
Ella Bailey, Clara Chelpka, Isaac Johnson, Cole MacBrayne, Landen Maynard, Jackie Rodenbeck, Judah Sears, Sophia Shoopman, Jackson Turner, Garrett Yates
Amea High School Solo & Ensemble Excellent Rating
Jesus Bonillas
Danae Borbon
Brooke Sanburn
Jade Seymore
A T H L E T I C S A T H L E T I C S
DON F. STONE EXCELLENCE AWARD
Presented by AIA (Arizona Interscholastic Association) in recognition of PRCA accomplishments & sportsmanship during the 2024–2025 school year
One school among the 1A, 2A, and 3A athletic classes receives this honor each year
TEAM STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Football
Boys Basketball
Girls Tennis
Golf
STATE RUNNERS-UP
Boys Tennis
REGION CHAMPIONSHIPS
Football
Girls Volleyball
Girls Cross Country
Girls Basketball
Boys Volleyball
Girls Tennis
Boys Tennis Golf
INDIVIDUAL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Girls Tennis: Doubles, Estelle Fetsis & Taryn Martin
4x800m: 9:40 36, C Kohl, H Floyd, N NJoroge, S Floyd
4x400m: 3:29.14, A. Fontagneres, G. Dean, C. Odell, D. Painter
Swim:
50 Free: Reagan Edquid, 24.56
110 Fly: Reagan Edquid, 56 85
100 Breaststroke: Reagan Edquid, 1:05 14
200 IM: Reagan Edquid, 2:06 48
NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT
Will Black: The Master’s University, Soccer
Estelle Fetsis: Pima Community College, Volleyball
Hannah Johnson: Franciscan University of Steubenville, Basketball
Noah Miller: Cochise College, Baseball
Jacob Newborn: El Camino College, Football
Tyler Nolan: Northern Arizona University, Football
Daniel Purcell: Pima Community College, Track & Field
John Sunukjian: Cochise College, Baseball
MIDDLE SCHOOL
CHAMPIONSHIP
Co-Ed Soccer
RUNNERS UP
Girls Volleyball Softball
CLASS O 2025
VALEDICTORIAN
Selah Dean
SALUTATORIAN
Kaylee Edmunds
PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE AWARDS
Servant Leader: Ally Flacke
Justice Keeper: Kaylee Edmunds
Virtuous Steward: Jacob Newborn
Truth Seeker: Selah Dean
Courageous Christian: Chloe Rogers
MILITARYAPPOINTMENTS
U.S. Military Academy at West Point: Gavin Dean
Air Force Academy: Hayden Picton
BOARD SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Ally Flacke & Logan Warren
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
$19,862,658
MATRICULATION:
Air Force Academy
Anderson University
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Baylor University
Charleston Southern University
Cochise College
Colorado Christian University
Colorado School of Mines
El Camino College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Grand Canyon University
George Fox University
Hillsdale College
Loyola University Chicago
Northern Arizona University
New Mexico State University
Pima Community College
Point Loma University
The Master’s University
University of Alabama
University of Arizona
Westmont College
U S Military Academy at West Point
LIONS GOLF CLASSIC
Title Sponsor: The Minerals Group
Golden Lion Sponsor: Dental Excellence, Cottonwood Properties
Ace Sponsor: Rapid Ray, Anonymous
Eagle Sponsors: ACSTO, SmileMore Dental, ACS Air Conditioning Services
Birdie Sponsors: Tony Borboa, Todd Vanden Branden, Dauphin Human Design Group, AirConcepts, Inc , Adrian Tapia, QuikPrint, Tucson Iron & Metal Surplus, Jim Fye, Lifepoint Church, FAST, Friendly Automotive, TNT Basketball Program, Foursome: Rosenberg, Macdonald, Hauseman, & Steffen, Foursome: Castano, Fenn, Collins, Carrol
Tee Box Sponsors: Santa Rita Landscaping, JD Lang Construction
PARTNERS IN EDUCATION SPONSORS
GOLD
Linaker Orthodontics, Charley’s Philly Steaks, Friendly Automotive, Frontier Insurance Concepts, LLC, Outlet Electrical Supply, Ridgeline Project Management, The Mahoney Group, Treiberg Wealth Management, PACE Recovery Center, LOGIN
BLUE
PMG Studios, Catalina Hospice, Realty Executives - Lynn Tofel Dent, J D Lang Construction, Andy Courtney Properties, Ltd, QuikPrint, PVB Fabrications, Dental Excellence, Tucson Orthopaedic Institute
S P O N S O R S thank you
$20,000 - $49,999
JULY 1, 2024 to JUNE 30, 2025
LIONS COUNCIL MEMBERS $1,000 +
$50,000 +
HERITAGE CIRCLE BENEFACTORS
Elaine Beck, David & Bonnie Mehl, Wesley & Elizabeth Mehl, Carson & Ashley Mehl, John & Mary Pelander, Bill & Tammi Stevens, Michael & Kristin Vick
$10,000 - $19,999
FOUNDERS
$5,000 - $9,999
Catalina Foothills Church, Jim & Vicki Click, Paavo Ensio, George & Deborah Mehl Family Foundation, James & Pam Griffith, Integris RX LLC, Richard & Connie Luebke, Ed & Paula Biggers
Anonymous Donor, Cottonwood Properties, Jay & Lynn DeBake, David & Lynn Dent, JoAnn Grayless, Doug & Laura Haines, Thomas & Ashley Isbell, Dino & Mary Revie, Ivan Russell, Michael & Rebekah Russell, Bruce & Shelly Stone, The Tucson Minerals Group
Abba's Storehouse Foundation, Thomas & Julie Bell, Thomas Chandler, Bob & Betty Davis, David DeBoer, Jerry & Julie Drobinski, Virginia Frame, Jim & Jane Fredlock, Jason & Alison Howlett, Mike & Anja McLouth, Pace Recovery Center, Rapid Ray LLC, David & Marcee Shoaff
SUSTAINERS
BLUE & GOLD CIRCLE
$1,000 - $4,999
Anonymous Donor (3), ACS Air Conditioning Services, AirConcepts, Inc., Andy Courtney Properties Ltd., David Armstrong, Arizona State Tuition Organization, Bogutz & Gordon, P C , Brett Overstreet State Farm, Tony & Lupita Borboa, Benjamin & Dena Burnside, David & Debby Bury, Joe & Beverly Bushelman, The Carl and Mabel E Shurtz Foundation, Catalina Hospice, Anthony Chavez & Amy Janicek, Katherine Clancy, Kenneth & Sheryl Cottrell, Covenant Foundation, Gary & Judy Davidson, Dental Excellence, Doug Newborn Law Firm PLLC, Lyle & Candice Dreyer, Thomas & Jeanne Dwan, Ellie & Co Beauty LLC, Andrew & Amy Eslinger, Failure Analysis Service Technology, Inc., Alek Fedor, The Frances Chapin Foundation Philanthropic Fund, Friendly Automotive Service & Repair, Frontier Insurance Concepts LLC, Ronald Fullerton, James & Karen Fye, Holmes Tuttle Ford, Thomas & Colette Graddy, Matthew & Jeanette Griebel, John Haberbush, Dave & Jaime Hammack, Jerry & Amy Harris, Philip Howlett, J.D. Lang Construction LLC, JJMC Management Services LLC, Alex & Brooke Johnston, Junhyung & Hyein Jung, Bruce & Margaret King, Bill Lang, Lifepoint Church, Linaker Orthodontics, Mark & Rondi Lauterbach, M3 Engineering & Technology Corp, The Mahoney Group, The Marian P Gallin High School, Patrick Mate, Robert & Renee Maxfield, Brandt & Barb McFarlin, Jason Miko, Brett & Kate Monroe, George & Lorie Morse, Login LLC, Lynda Nelder, Jordan & Crissy Nolan, James & Kristi Noller, OneAZ Credit Union, Michael & Martha Osborn, Outlet Electrical Supply, PMG Studios, Jill Perez, Cory & Jacqueline Picton, Quebedeaux Buick GMC, QuikPrint, Rainbow Restoration of Tucson, Adam & Cindy Ray, Susan Reising, Randy & June Reynolds, Ridgeline Project Management, Richard & Susan Rodgers, Bart Schannep, Skydive Marana LLC, Tim & Mary Soliday, Southern Arizona Ear, Nose & Throat PLLC, Jeanne Staly-Mason, Adrian & Bridgitte Tapia, Michael & Olga Tarro, William & Kirstan Tobin, Treiberg Wealth Management, Reginaldo Torres & Ursula Sanchez, Andy & Tobi Tracy, Tucson Iron & Metal, Tucson Orthopaedic Institute, Peter & Casey Van Bogaert, Todd & Jana Vanden Branden, Juan Vela, WearPro, Inc, Dennis & MaryAnn Wilson, John & Jane Yu
PARTNERS
$500 - $999
Anonymous Donor, 1st Pull Trailer Rentals, David & Ricki Allen, Beach Bunnie Tanning LLC, The Billings Tucson, Dennis & Laura Blackall, Bon Voyage Travel, Jim & Merritt Cain, Stuart & Kathy Carey, Juan Castano Sr & Ana Castano, Catalinas Community Chorus, Jonathan Channer, Jason & Valerie Clapero, Erin & Clint Cole, Carlos & Alma Diaz, Gary & Deanna Flacke, Matthew & Lauren Gary, Lenore Henninger, Steve & Judy Herzog, Daniel & Amanda Heuseveldt, Jennifer Jacobson, PMHNP-BC, Colin & Kristy Keating, Kenyon & Josette Kehl, Stephen & Michelle Kenworthy, Dwight & Tracey King, Clarke & Laurel Lambe, Pehr Lawson, Leonard & Felker, PLC, Sandra Maxfield, Rollin Medcalf, Monroe Concrete Coating & Remodeling, Kyle & Rebecca Morrison, William & Stephanie Neese, Nicole Nelson, Ari & Bernice Ochoa, Oracle Family Dental, Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, Robert & Kristi Painter, Polka Dot Pin, Christian Quebedeaux & Jillian Hizer, Barbi Reuter, Melvin Rich, Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain, Dustin & Marisa Rogers, Santa Rita Landscaping, ServiceMaster Fire & Water Recovery By Disaster Experts Inc , Chad & Summers Smeaton, Jim & Lynn Wagner
FRIENDS
$1 -$499
Anonymous Donor (6), Adara Wealth Management, Mitchell & Sharon Allen, Dixie Averitt, Ronald Bailey, Russ & Carole Bartlett, Jonathon & Stephanie Basurto, Adam & Joy Bergendorff, Betech Industries, Jonathan & Jennifer Bickerton, John & Megan Billings, Greg & Deborah Booher, Thomas & Pam Branch, Levi & Inga Brchan, Gus Briones, Carl & Barbara Brown, Bruce & Mary Lee Call, Carey Group, Stuart & Natalie Carey, Vincent & Sarah Carotenuto, David & Tanya Carroll, Tina Case, Christopher & Laura Cassani, Jose Anthony & Jessica Cervantes, Jason & Kathryn Challenger, Richard & Linda Chamberlain, Jack & Cathy Chandler, Kathryn Chimienti, Joshua & Bridget Clinkingbeard, Eric & Ariana Cornidez, Elijah & Jen Crane, Patrick Cray, Robert & Kay Dean, Will & Karla Deras, Desert Sky Spine and Pain, William Dodds, Kit & Paula Donley, Steven & Linda Dowdle, Joshua & Lauren Dubs, Thomas Duffy, John & Tawny Ellinwood, Noel & Katherine Elliott, Epic One Builders LLC, Epic Productions of Phoenix LLC, Robert & Tammi Eslinger, Ryan Eslinger, Jeanette Espinoza, Faith Community Church, Richard & Teresa Fellner, Brian & Nia Fenn, Gary Fletcher & Mai Vo, Fresh Life Counseling, Bruce & Kandy Gore, Karen Graham, Randy & Marian Gregg, Thomas Haggerty II & Jennifer Haggerty, George Haloftis & Helen Eliopoulos-Haloftis, Dean Hauseman, Paul & Michelle Herzog, Nathan & Shawna Hoyle, Allen & Michelle Hutchinson, Douglas & Jennifer Jacobson, Ben & Carolyn Jaedecke, Nasser & Nicole Jahan, Darryl & Carol Jakes, Ronald & Sharon Janicek, Kirk & Melanie Johnston, Jason Keatseangsilp, David & Michelle Knittel, Narong Kulvatunyou & Panit Wongnikom, Jeff & Esther Lang, Todd & Kendra Linaman, James & Liordy Loftis, Lone Star Electrical Systems LLC, Joe & Marie Lowery, James & Suzanne Macdonald, Angelica Maddock, Gregory & Serena Main, Rick & Linda Mason, Samuel Mathu & Lydia Gateri, Bill & Liz McCaleb, Stephanie McCarty, Timothy & Donna Miller, Alan & Janet Misiaszek, Nathan & Erin Moldenhauer, Howard & Evelyn Molthan, Mark & Kimberly Molthan, Jimmy Moreno, Scott & Olivia Morris, Chris & Janis Murphy, Jon & Emily Murphy, Drew & Ashley Murray, New Life Transformation Center, Tod & Catherine Newman, Christopher & Katie O’Brien, Steven & Kathryn Odenkirk, Omni Pool Builders & Design LLC, Oro Valley Family Practice, PVB Fabrications, Inc, Jeffrey & Jennifer Parker, Leonardo & Estella Peralta, Roger & Sue Pierce, Jeffrey & Janey Pinneo, Scott & Holly Polston, Stephanie & William Prince, Heath & Brittany Pulver, Vernon & Lois Reeb, Pete & Jenná Rehrmann, John & Cindy Reichert, James Reynolds, Roberts Development Company, Brandon & Danielle Rodgers, John & Susan Rosenberg, Gregg & Lesley Sasse, Caroline Schau, Joy Schwartz, William & Marcie Seery, Todd & Caroline Sepp, Antonio Serbia Cowley & Gail Zody-Serbia, Mark & Alisha Severson, Chad & Susan Shoopman, David Smith, Dane & Contessa Smith, Kerwin Steffen, John & Marisa Stone, James & Candace Storer, Luke & Melanie Sunukjian, TCI Wealth Advisors, Inc, Olga & Michael Tarro, Curtis & Jamie Thorne, Mark & Kristen Tinker, Jim Tofel, Thomas & Pamala Trawicki, Tucson Business Insurance, Florence Turner, John & Dina Tyler, Robert & Caitlin Vaccariello, Nancy Van der Linden, Dave & Gayle Vanden Branden, Brandon & Melanie Waldron, Kyle & Traci Weaver, Sharon Weslar, Ottmar Wischki, Shawn Whitney, Garth & Deborah Wilks, Mark & Ruth Wolters, Joshua & Randi Wood, Chuck & Heather Wunder, XS Specialty
(Tax credit donations not included)
SOUTH campaign
Our third year on the South Campus was one to celebrate Above all, we thank God, who provided the opportunities and opened the hearts of partners who continue to bless His school on Tucson’s south side
Last fall, the brand-new three-classroom building opened, giving our third graders a place to continue to learn and grow Soon after, God moved again. Through the prayers and generosity of faithful donors, we were able to launch Phase 2A of our South Capital Campaign. This exciting step includes a paved parking lot, the commencement of construction on a two-story, twelveclassroom hacienda-style building, and the creation of a full-size soccer field for our students and families. Another milestone was realized this fall, with the addition of fourth-grade classes
In May, we saw another beautiful picture of God’s work through our students Our young Mariachi León opened the Tucson International Mariachi Conference at the same plaza downtown where, five years earlier, more than fifty pastors had gathered to pray for Christian education on the south side. Our students filled that space with the sound of voices and instruments, a living testimony of prayers answered.
As one of the first classical Christian Dual-Language Immersion schools in the United States, PRCA South is uniquely preparing students to be literate in both Spanish and English while sharing the hope of the Gospel across cultures The vision, however, is not yet complete To establish a fully functioning K-12 campus, we continue to press forward with Phases 2B and 3 of our campaign, requiring $8 million in additional support.
We warmly invite you to visit, take a tour, and see firsthand how God is transforming lives at the South Campus. Thank you for your faithful support of the PRCA community
1 Refining the scope of Classical Christian Education at PRCA
2 Seeking to fulfill the school's mission by Building an Aspirational Culture of grace and truth
3.Priorities include Faculty Support; recruiting and retaining excellent faculty and staff.
4 Looking at Culturally Consistent Growth; seeking the Lord's will for enrollment and campus development
5 Expanding our excellence in Financial Stewardship through strategic planning
LEARN MORE:
PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY'S STRATEGIC PLAN 2030 REFLECTS A DETERMINED EFFORT TO BUILD ON THE GREAT WORK OF THE PAST AND MOVE THE
L E G A C Y F
2004
Nebai (Santiago) Cherrick recently earned her Master's in Justice and Advocacy at Fuller Theological Seminary, where she learned about God’s heart for justice, His plan of Shalom for us, and His invitation to be active peacemakers as part of what it means to share the Good News. She lives in Orange County, CA, is married to Kyle. The couple has one son.
2005
Brittany (Dudley) Cacopardo is co-owner of QuikPrint in downtown Tucson She is married to Chris, an engineer at Raytheon and Air Force reservist Brittany says, “God has given us amazing friends and family to enjoy life with, and we have jobs we love.”
2007 & 2008
Chelsea (Maas) and Michael Menchaca have been married for 13 years. God has blessed them with five beautiful children ages 8 years to 7 months Chelsea stays home and homeschools the kids and Michael is a marriage and family therapist God continues to show His faithfulness and goodness as they follow His call for their lives
2009
2010 a l u m n i G O A N D B E G O A N D B E
Jon and Bethany (Abshire) Lambros were married in 2012 and have four wonderful daughters Ruby, June, & Kira are all PRCA Lions at the Grammar Campus, while their youngest, Ophelia, attends Lamb’s Gate Christian Preschool, where Bethany is a preschool teacher. Jon has been with State Farm for 15 years. They are constantly amazed by God’s greatness in their lives and feel truly blessed. God is good, all the time, and all the time, God is good
Cameron Nichols and his wife, Samantha, have been married for ten years and have two young daughters, Rory and Emma They recently moved from Vail to the NW side of Tucson to be closer to family. Cameron works in sales with an insurance broker. He says raising kids has been something God has challenged them with and allowed for growth through They have been greatly blessed and are staying busy
Brett Overstreet is married to Lauren, and they love raising their son, Jack, surrounded by family and an incredible church community. They attend Sovereign Grace Church of Tucson, where Brett leads worship ministry and Lauren serves in multiple ways Brett owns a local business and loves investing in the people and community of Tucson You will find them cheering on Wildcat football and basketball; Bear Down! God has been incredibly gracious and generous to them.
Christian Weyne attended Azusa Pacific University to pursue filmmaking, yet had a nagging desire to pursue animation His efforts contributed to making animation a program at APU He has worked on shows for Disney and was recently an editor for seasons 4 and 5 of the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks God’s blessings continue to unfold in Christian’s life, as he was recently engaged.
2014
Brooke (McCarthy) Bruxvoort is married to Josh; they have a son named Boaz and live in Marana She is an LPC who does Christian counseling, facilitates a mom's ministry, and participates in a women's ministry God is currently growing Brooke’s love for studying His Word in depth, and she praises Him for His grace and wisdom.
2017
Jacob Beach graduated from GCU in 2021 and returned to PRCA to coach middle school football and basketball He’s always loved sports and now works as PRCA’s Assistant Athletic Director Jacob sees that his core purpose on this new “team” is to serve God and serve others as he works with student-athletes and their families
2018
Amanda Wunder chairs the English department, teaches, and writes curriculum at a Christian school in Louisville, KY, where the Lord has graciously opened many doors for high school discipleship She is pursuing a master’s in ethics and theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Amanda recently returned from her second trip to Israel, where she helped lead college students and grew in her love for Hebrew. She remains deeply grateful to Mrs. Kirk, Mrs. Cooney, Mr. Nelson, and Mr. Raikes, whose wisdom continues to shape her walk with God
2019
Emma Reilly lives in Dallas and works as an RN in the ICU at Baylor University Medical Center. She says God has surrounded her with a rich community at her workplace, her growing family of sisters-in-laws and their sweet babies, and deepened friendships from college. Working in the ICU has allowed Emma to broaden her mission field and serve these critically ill patients with compassion and purpose Emma is thankful to her PRCA family and for the strong foundation they’ve laid in her life
2020
Kyle Smith received a degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems Engineering from Kansas State University. He interned and now works for the MIT Lincoln Laboratory, a federally funded research facility owned and operated by MIT, located outside of Boston Kyle does rapid prototyping, engineering, and flight testing for mission-specific drones
2021
Maddie Garcia graduated from Grand Canyon University in May and has begun a two-year college ministry residency with Salt Company and Citylight Church in Omaha. She is excited to see what God will do as she disciples freshmen, leads Bible studies, and does outreach, specifically at Creighton University
